Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group

I took Lexapro (US name) a few years ago, pre-dx, for extreme depression and anxiety. Worked well for me then. Quit taking about two years ago.

A couple of weeks ago, I asked the rhuem to write me a script for it as I was weepy and anxious. Two weeks of 10 mg and I feel better already. I feel fairly calm and able to concentrate on tasks.

I think Lexapro is much better than citalopram (a med that preceded it) for me.

Hi Sharon,
I took Citalopram about five years ago for clinical depression but it did nothing to help.
After finally finding a "cocktail" of meds which worked, I have stayed with Effexor XR. I am sure being on this pre-RA dx has been a help in dealing with RA ( which is still not controlled two years down the track).
Take care
Hugs

I have been on Lexapro for a year. I only take 10 mgs, but it works well for the nerve pain in my feet and it seems to help stablize my emotions.

I became more anxious and depressed and had crazy uncontrollable emotions while on Lexapro.